If you would like to visit Nijkleaster with a group, we are happy to offer a customized program that suits your wishes and possibilities. We have already welcomed various groups and teams: companies, churches, schools, organizations, and associations. From church councils to youth groups, from management teams to choirs.

A Tailor-Made Program is based at the Redbadtsjerke in Jorwert. It is possible to visit Klooster Westerhûs on foot from the church.

We are happy to make suggestions

In consultation with you, we will put together a program that invites the group to engage in silence, reflection, and connection. The program for a half-day or full day can include the following components:

– a simple Nijkleaster celebration

– a playful introduction

– a meditative walk with silence, reflection, connection

– a theme with an in-depth working method (see below)

– a presentation about Nijkleaster

– lunch at café Het wapen van Baarderadeel

– space for your own agenda, for example around vision development

– a guided tour of Westerhûs monastery

For a Customized Program, we require a minimum group size of ten people.

Themes for a Tailor-Made Program

We offer a number of themes related to spirituality and engagement with the world that are close to Nijkleaster's heart:

Quietening and settling – catching our breath and finding peace in our busy lives

Living with open hands - Actually, praying is something like living with open hands," writes Henri Nouwen. We are inspired by his words. What is prayer for us and how do faith and spirituality work through in our lives?

Not divided but together - This is the title of a poem by Ahmed Aboutaleb, the former mayor of Rotterdam. A program on how to live in these complex times.

The web of life – A program that nourishes our connection with Mother Earth. We set out with words from an impressive speech by Chief Seattle (1786-1866) that are recited weekly at Westerhûs Monastery.

These themes are also suitable for exploring with young people.

Examples of Customized Programs:

Below are a number of examples of Customized Programs with an indication of the price.

Morning program

9:15 a.m. Welcome to the church of Jorwert

9:30 a.m. Morning service

10:00 a.m. Coffee with a treat and introductions

10:30-11:45 Nijkleasterkuier in the rhythm of silence, reflection, connection

12:00 p.m. Closing

Cost: €150 for this package. From 11 people onwards, €15 extra per person.

Afternoon program followed by a tour of Westerhûs Monastery

On Saturday afternoon, it is possible to combine a program in Jorwert with a guided tour of Westerhûs Monastery, as in this program:

12:45 p.m. Welcome to the church of Jorwert

1:00 p.m. Celebration

1:30 p.m. Coffee or tea with kleasterkoeke (traditional Dutch pastry) and introduction

2:00-3:15 p.m. Nijkleasterkuier in the rhythm of silence, reflection, connection

3:15 p.m. Brief wrap-up and departure by car to the Westerhûs

3:30 p.m. Guided tour of Westerhûs Monastery

4:30 p.m. End of program

Cost: €170 for this package. From 11 people, €17 extra per person.

One-day program

9:15 a.m. Welcome to the church of Jorwert

9:30 a.m. Celebration

10:00 a.m. Coffee with kleasterkoek (traditional Dutch pastry) and introductions

10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Content program

12:00 Lunch at café Het wapen van Baarderadeel

1:00 p.m. Nijkleasterkuier (also every Wednesday morning in Jorwert)

2:30 p.m. Cup of tea and closing discussion

3:00 p.m. Closing and end of program

Cost: €400 for this package, including lunch. For groups of 11 or more people €40 extra per person.

The programs and prices mentioned are examples. The customized program, including price, will be submitted in advance for confirmation.

Contact

For more information, options, and reservations, you can reach us via the contact form or contact us by phone at:

+31 (0) 58 7009 743 #press 1

Workshops & Presentations

Members of the Nijkleaster team also regularly provide on-site workshops and presentations. For more information please contact us.